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Aug 21, 2023

Expungement law reforms sought in Wisconsin

Wisconsin is the only state in the nation where past and closed cases are not eligible for expungement.

Aug 21, 2023

Judge: Trump’s defamation appeal ‘frivolous’

Lawyers for Trump did not immediately return email messages seeking comment.

Aug 21, 2023

Wisconsin Republicans propose eliminating work permits for 14- and 15-year-olds

Former Gov. Scott Walker, signed a bill in 2017 that removed work permit requirements for 16- and 17-year-olds.

Aug 21, 2023

Teen in stolen car leads police on 132-mph chase

A judge Thursday ordered the youth held until his next court appearance Sept. 15.

telemarketing fraud
Aug 18, 2023

2 men arrested, accused of telemarketing fraud that cheated people of millions of dollars

Piaro was charged with wire and mail fraud, charges which carry a potential penalty of up to 60 years in prison.

Roadway safety
Aug 18, 2023

Wisconsin State Patrol leads effort to curb impaired driving

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign started today.

Aug 18, 2023

Fond Du Lac man voted in Michigan and Wisconsin in 2020 election found guilty of election fraud, obstruction

On April 7, 2022 the Wisconsin Election Commission (WEC) submitted a referral to the Fond du Lac County District Attorney’s Office.

Milwaukee cocaine
Aug 18, 2023

Milwaukee man faces 65 years in prison for 127 pound cocaine conspiracy worth $9.6 million

Strong now faces 65 years of confinement after being convicted for conspiracy to deliver over 40 grams of cocaine, a class C felony.

Aug 17, 2023

Gov. Evers seeks applicants for Menominee County Register of Deeds

Those interested in applying must submit an online application with a cover letter detailing professional and academic qualifications, civic activities, and community involvement.

Wisconsin Abortion
Aug 17, 2023

Wisconsin Attorney General Kaul releases 2022 annual crime lab report

Attorney General: Wisconsin State Crime Labs surpass national averages in majority of areas.

Aug 17, 2023

Rep. Bryan Steil’s constituents are met with a locked door on Inflation Reduction Act anniversary

Constituents visiting Congressman Bryan Steil’s Racine office to mark the first anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act were met with a locked door Wednesday. Wisconsin residents were greeted with a message that the congressman’s staff is only available two hours a week in the district’s most populated county, according to a spokesperson for Opportunity Wisconsin. […]

Aug 17, 2023

Appeals Court upholds legality of abortion pill, with restrictions

A federal appeals court panel ruled Wednesday the abortion pill Mifepristone remains legal, however, set restrictions on patient access, according to court documents obtained by the Wisconsin Law Journal. The Appeals Court ruling sets the stage for a final decision before the United States Supreme Court on the future legality of one of the most frequently […]

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